Associate Professor of Neurology (Institute for Technology and Medical Systems)

University of Southern California; California, Los Angeles (MO, CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Professor of Neurology to join its innovative Institute for Technology and Medical Systems. This role focuses on groundbreaking research in behavioral experimentation and neural technologies, aiming to bridge engineering and medicine. The successful candidate will lead sustainable research programs, manage projects, and contribute to peer-reviewed publications. With a competitive salary range and a commitment to diversity, this position offers a unique opportunity to impact the field of neuroscience and technology significantly.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Neuroscience or relevant field required.
• Experience in neural interface technology and behavioral experimentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sustainable extramurally funded research programs.
• Design, execute, and manage research projects.

Skills

Behavioral experimentation

Cognition analysis

Neural interface device technology

Neurorecording technologies

Multielectrode arrays

Technologies to interrogate and modulate neural circuits

Education

Ph.D. in Neuroscience

MD

Job description

Associate Professor of Neurology (Institute for Technology and Medical Systems)

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which includes faculty, students, and staff who contribute to the university's excellence.

The USC Institute for Technology and Medical Systems (ITEMS) is a joint Keck-Viterbi initiative aimed at bridging engineering and medicine to advance bioengineering, electronic systems, and neuroscience. ITEMS seeks exceptional candidates for the Associate Professor position, focusing on behavioral experimentation, cognition analysis, implantable neurotechnologies to modulate neural networks, multielectrode technologies for recording and stimulation, and tools to interrogate and influence neural circuits underlying cognition.

The primary responsibilities involve maintaining sustainable extramurally funded research programs. The successful candidate will have experience in designing, submitting, executing, and managing research projects, conducting studies, translating measurements into peer-reviewed publications, developing grant proposals, and delivering technical presentations both within and outside the university.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Neuroscience or a relevant field
• MD

Preferred Experience:

• Neural interface device technology
• Neurorecording technologies
• Multielectrode arrays
• Behavioral experimentation
• Technologies to interrogate and modulate neural circuits underlying cognition

The annual base salary range for this position is $200,000-$240,000. USC considers various factors, including responsibilities, experience, education, skills, internal equity, legal considerations, grant funding, and market conditions when extending offers.

To apply, complete the online application by uploading a cover letter, CV, and a list of three referees for reference letters. Applications will be reviewed immediately and accepted until the position is filled.

USC values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity employment. Women, men, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.